Los Angeles - CA - Early Childhood Educator - ECE

Scoot Education; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

TB Risk Assessment reimbursement

W-2 employee status

Refer a friend gift cards

Job summary

Scoot Education in Los Angeles is seeking a Lead, Associate, or Assistant Teacher to support early childhood education across schools. The role focuses on supervision, curriculum support, and fostering children’s growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualified candidates will have ECE credits and pediatric first aid/CPR credentials, with 3–5 days/week availability and 8-hour shifts within 7:00 AM–5:30 PM.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 ECE credits or Child Development coursework.
• Infant or toddler experience is preferred.
• CPR/First Aid and health/safety training completed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children's activities as directed by Site/Program Directors.
• Maintain positive behavior standards with non-punitive guidance.
• Collaborate with staff to create a harmonious classroom.
• Support age-appropriate curriculum and learning experiences.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Classroom supervision

Education

12+ ECE credits

Infant/toddler preferred

Tools

Pediatric First Aid & CPR

Health & Safety Training (EMS A)

Job description

Los Angeles - CA - Early Childhood Educator - ECE

Description

Title: Lead, Associate or Assistant Teacher (Depending on Experience)

Passionate about helping students? Join Scoot to support Early Childhood Education across Schools within Los Angeles. We offer the highest pay rates among staffing providers. Daily Pay Range:

Pay varies based on role, certification, school, and assignment requirements. We aim to offer competitive rates across all placements.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 12 or more passing credits in Early Childhood Education or Child Development courses. Infant or toddler preferred
• Available 3 - 5 Days a week from Monday to Friday
• Can commit to 8 hours shifts, between the time of 7 AM - 5:30 PM.
• At least six months experience working with children in a group setting or Headstart program experience
• Certified in Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR + 8 hours of additional Health and Safety Training

Responsibilities

• Provide careful and effective supervision of children's activities as assigned by the Site Director and Program Director.
• Maintain appropriate standards and rules for children's behavior. Disciplinary methods used are non-punitive, supporting children's self-esteem while teaching self-discipline.
• Cooperate with other staff to create and maintain a harmonious and efficient environment.
• Facilitate and nurture the development of each child's self-esteem, trust, and growing autonomy.
• Facilitate program curriculum planning and supervision of age-appropriate activities that enrich academic skills, linguistic abilities, cultural and recreational experiences and create positive learning experiences..
• Interact positively with parents and refer questions and concerns to the Site Director or Program Director as appropriate.
• Identify problems and crises related to children and report them to the Site Director or Program Director as appropriate.
• Assist Teacher with meal counts, absent slips, and sign-in/sing-out sheets.
• Call parents as directed by the Teacher or Site Director.
• Potty train as needed.
• Implement all Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) rules and regulations as it applies to breakfast, lunch, and snacks being served such as ensuring all children serve themselves the correct portion size.
• Sub as a Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) cooks as needed and follows rules and regulations as it applies to the kitchen.

Minimum Qualifications

• Have a minimum of 12 ECE or Child Development credits with a passing grade or possess an Assistant or Associate Teacher permit to the standards of the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
• Complete a TB test and a Health Assessment Form with your Healthcare Provider
• Pediatric CPR and First Aid Certified with 8 additional hours of EMSA approved Health and Safety Training.
• Ability to sit on the floor, bend at the waist, kneel and/or stoop 75% of the time.
• Ability to lift infants and toddlers weighing up to thirty-five (35) pounds.
• Must show evidence of a successful Health Screening as required by Community Care Licensing on a yearly basis.

We support you by:

• We care about our educators and want to give you the tools to excel within your role. We listen to your preferences and provide you with a consultant and ongoing training support to help continue to develop your skills.
• Doing 1:1 check-ins and discussing school feedback with you
• Listening to your needs and preferences before matching you with a school site.
• We are just a call away for any concerns or questions
• Offering free, online training that covers trauma-informed teaching, classroom management, and more
• Designating a Scoot consultant to support your subbing journey - Most of our consultants are former teachers and they can share teaching advice.

Additional Benefits:

• Take a TB Risk Assessment & Background check (we'll reimburse the cost of the Background Check you do with Scoot!)
• Be a W-2 employee so no fussing with taxes
• Refer friends to sub with Scoot - after they work 10 shifts, you both earn $100 gift cards
• The role is non-exempt. Actual pay is hourly and based on hours worked

About Scoot Education

Scoot Education is a thoughtful staffing partner with a mission to help create exceptional experiences in education. When it comes to filling vacancies, we know making the right match and providing support outside and within the classroom to ensure a positive experience for everyone - especially the students.

We support a variety of schools - public, charter, private, independent, or faith-based - with both long-term and short-term needs. Opportunities range from substitute teaching to paraprofessional aid. Depending on your location and certifications, you may also support after school programs and early childhood centers or fill specialized roles like behavior interventionists and bilingual support. You’ll have the flexibility to share your preferences with your dedicated consultant, so we can match you with the right opportunity.

This is a hourly, non-exempt role. Scoot Education is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value—for ourselves, our educators, our school partners, and for the local communities in which we operate.

Let’s help make exceptional experiences in education.